1995 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1997 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1997 Dodge Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 320 kg more than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1997 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Beijing | Dodge |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
